Alanton in Virginia Beach, VA

Long regarded as one of the best neighborhoods in Virginia Beach, Alanton is a historical upscale neighborhood in the northern part of the community. Alanton homes for sale have remained popular over the years because residents can enjoy the serenity and partial remoteness of a neighborhood that sits well off of Great Neck Road. Living in Alanton, you'll be close to Chick's Beach and Hilltop, and if your home sits on the water you can enjoy lovely views of the sunset, fishing, and boating. If you and your family are looking to live in a premier spot along the coast, there are few places in Virginia Beach more enticing than Alanton.

About Alanton Real Estate

Immediately upon crossing into Alanton, you'll be struck by the community's charming blend of rustic scenery, smiling neighbors, and luxury real estate. In addition to safe and secure streets and award-winning schools--always a draw for families--Alanton real estate offers homestyles to accomodate a broad range of lifestyles. Though the neighbor is decidedly upscape, there are options available for a range of budgets, with a median home value of $372,800 (source: Zillow). From sprawling waterfront estates to cozy ranch homes nestled on wooded lots, you can get a little or a lot here.

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Most Alanton homes for sale were built from 1960-79, when people began moving to the Great Neck corridor and onto the land once owned by (and named for) architect Alan McCullough Jr, whose gorgeous, regional-interpretations of modernist buildings can be found across Richmond and Norfolk. Today, homes in Alanton have been updated to include the latest features while the same characteristic regionalism—colonial brick, buff-colored mortar—that fascinated McCullough is reflected in the exterior decor.

The most extravagant of homes in Alanton take advantage of the area's natural splendor by offering private slices of the beach, boat docks, and exterior features like massive patios and heated swimming pools. Whether you're looking for a vacation home or a permanent place to settle down, the summers here are downright spectacular. And when the winter rolls around, owners equally appreciate a sturdy fireplace as well as energy efficient windows and heating systems.

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Living in Virginia Beach

Alanton residents have long cultivated a great sense of community along Linkhorn Bay. On hot days, local kids can be found splashing around the pool at the Alanton-Baycliff Recreation Center while parents prepare the grill for hotdogs. Alanton is just a short drive—or bike ride—to the popular Hampton Roads hotspot of Chic's Beach, a local enclave that offers peace and quiet, away from the tourists who crowd other beaches in the area. Nearby, First Landing State Park (formerly Seashore State Park) is famous as the spot where the Virginia Company first landed before establishing Jamestown. Today, though, it's a popular spot for camping, fishing, and swimming, and it offers almost 20 miles of trails for hikers and bikers to get fit.

In addition to natural wonders, your family will benefit from the close proximity to a number of excellent public schools, including Alanton Elementary, Lynnhaven Middle School, and First Colonial High School. Alton is also near to Great Neck Village Shopping Center and The Shops at Hilltop, both of which offer a host of convenient stores and restaurants, from Trader Joe's and Walmart to Dunkin' Donuts and Coastal Grill. While you'll have to travel farther afield to get some serious shopping done, all of your daily conveniences are at your doorstep.

Make no mistake: Virginia Beach is one of the jewels of the Atlantic Coast, and life here is exceptional. When you choose a home in Alanton, you'll be choosing to live among the best of the best—in a place that's equal parts friendly and beautiful.

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